Cilantro Lime Shrimp Mango Salsa (Print Version)

Tropical bowl with cilantro lime shrimp, mango salsa, avocado, cabbage, and warm rice. Bright and flavorful.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ For the Shrimp

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For the Mango Salsa

10 - 2 ripe mangoes, diced
11 - 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
13 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
16 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ For the Bowls

17 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, kept warm
18 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
19 - 1 avocado, sliced
20 - Lime wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat and marinate for 10 minutes.
02 - In another mixing bowl, gently combine diced mangoes, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix until thoroughly incorporated and set aside.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque throughout.
04 - Divide the cooked rice evenly between 4 bowls. Arrange shredded red cabbage, avocado slices, mango salsa, and cilantro lime shrimp on top.
05 - Serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple fresh ingredients you likely have in your kitchen
  • Ready from start to finish in only 30 minutes
  • Packed with protein and naturally gluten and dairy free
  • Easily customizable for meal prep or entertaining
02 -
  • Packed with vitamins antioxidants and lean protein
  • Keeps well in the fridge for up to two days
  • Perfect for meal prep or lunch boxes
03 -
  • Taste your salsa as you go since every mango and lime can be different
  • Do not overcook the shrimp pull them from the heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque
  • For maximum freshness assemble bowls just before serving and offer lime wedges at the table

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